Benjamin Rubin, 79, of New Port Richey, Fla., was sentenced to one year in federal prison for threatening to kill multiple federal officials. Prosecutors said Rubin began posting violent content on social media in February 2025, including a statement claiming a federal law enforcement agency head would be assassinated. His threats escalated after criticizing U.S. policies, with posts referencing violence against political figures. Rubin pleaded guilty to interstate transmission of threats in December, which could have led to a 10-year maximum sentence. The case involved federal agencies including the Secret Service and FBI, and was prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Wheeler III.
Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Federal Officials
